Immerse Students in Learning with Disney Y.E.S.  

The American Story

Starting this fall, students will come face to face with President Barack Obama during the Disney Y.E.S. program “The American Story.” The Hall of Presidents attraction, that has been showcasing American History since the Magic Kingdom Park opened in 1971, is the centerpiece of Liberty Square and a highlight of the program. In the attraction, all 44 presidents, including Obama, are meticulously brought to life by Disney Imagineers using Audio-Animatronics. Disney Y.E.S. program students have exclusive access to the stage of this famous attraction.

During the program, groups will also explore the major conflicts and resolutions of 19th-century America, learn about oral traditions as the main means of communicating values, events, traditions, and heritage from one generation to the next, and learn about the impact of the Gold Rush on westward expansion.

“The Hall of Presidents was great, and integrating the program with some rides helped keep the kids on task and interested,” said Betty Medina, after her Dade Christian School class participated in Disney Y.E.S.

Disney’s Ocean Discoveries

The enhanced “Disney’s Ocean Discoveries” will launch in September and be centered around the interconnectedness of marine life, with special emphasis on sea turtles. As future environmental leaders, students will learn about conservation challenges affecting marine habitats and marine life. The new program will also feature fun, hands-on and engaging educational activities for the students, utilizing the Seas with Nemo and Friends Pavilion at Epcot, home to a 5.7 million gallon marine habitat.

Professional Disney facilitators serve as instructors for Disney Y.E.S. The 19 year-round programs available for groups of 10 or more K-12 students use Disney Parks’ locations to immerse participants in the learning experience. Whether it’s learning about the natural world through up-close encounters with marine and land animals, riding world-famous Disney attractions to learn about motion and special effects, or the chance to meet with Disney leaders for insights into career opportunities and leadership skills, Disney Y.E.S. has programs suited for all students.